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General Dynamics to Deliver First High Assurance Platform-compliant Workstation on a Dell

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SCOTTSDALE, Ariz., July 21 /PRNewswire/ — General Dynamics C4 Systems has selected the OptiPlex(TM) 755 desktop by Dell Inc. as the computer hardware to host its Trusted Virtual Environment (TVE), the first High Assurance Platform (HAP)-compliant workstation intended for classified work by government users. The workstation enables individuals to use a single computer workstation to securely access information and applications from multiple networks, at different classification levels, as opposed to limiting a computer to a single security level.
In October 2006, The National Security Agency awarded the first contract under the High Assurance Platform Initiative to General Dynamics. HAP is an information security program that employs commercial hardware and virtualization technology to manage the separation of multiple classification levels of data running simultaneously on a single computer.
“One computer allowing authorized users to work securely in multiple operating domains across the enterprise is an advancement for military and government personnel,” said John Cole, vice president of Information Assurance for General Dynamics C4 Systems. “We have leveraged the advantages available in the commercial world and optimized them for military tactical environments and government workstations.”
“Government customers engaged in classified work require solutions that deliver effective network security in complex environments,” said Troy West, vice president, Dell Federal. “The Dell OptiPlex 755 helps simplify the user experience by providing an efficient, secure foundation for the HAP-compliant workstation.”
The General Dynamics Trusted Virtual Environment workstation extends the efficiency of computing and storage capability by reducing the amount of equipment, in many cases by more than 50 percent. In addition to the Dell computing platform, the General Dynamics TVE solution bundles best-in-class commercial technology for hardware-based security mechanisms and centralized self-monitoring security technology from the Intel Corp., along with industry-leading virtualization software from VMware(R), Inc.
“Today’s computing solutions demand higher levels of security, manageability and convenience,” said Rob Crooke, vice president and general manager, Intel Business Client Group. “Intel Virtualization and Trusted Execution Technologies, components of Intel vPro(TM) technology, combine to enable programs with multiple levels of classification to reside securely on a single computer.”
“VMware is committed to providing comprehensive virtualization solutions with the highest security — from data center virtualization and management to enterprise desktop management to application lifecycle management,” said Aileen Black, vice president of federal sales at VMware. “Working with General Dynamics to create the HAP-compliant workstation brings efficiency and flexibility to government agencies with the most stringent security requirements.”
Dell is accepting orders for the General Dynamics TVE workstation to fulfill 2008 deliveries.
General Dynamics C4 Systems, a business unit of General Dynamics , is a leading integrator of secure communication and information systems and technology. With more than 10,000 employees worldwide, the company specializes in command and control, communications networking, space systems, computing and information assurance for defense, government and select commercial customers in the United States and abroad.
General Dynamics, headquartered in Falls Church, Va., employs approximately 84,000 people worldwide and had 2007 revenues of $27.2 billion. The company is a market leader in mission-critical information systems and technologies; land and expeditionary combat systems, armaments and munitions; shipbuilding and marine systems; and business aviation. More information about the company is available on the Internet at .
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Novell Joins Microsoft Server Virtualization Validation Program

WALTHAM, Mass., June 10 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Novell(R) today announced it has joined Microsoft’s Server Virtualization Validation Program. As a result of Novell’s participation in this program, customers will be able to confidently run Windows Server 2008 as a virtualized guest on top of the Xen hypervisor in SUSE(R) Linux Enterprise 10 and receive cooperative support from either company. Novell is currently running the tests required by the validation process in the Server Virtualization Validation Program, and expects the tests to be completed by August 2008.
Microsoft today formally announced the Server Virtualization Validation Program, a new program to enable vendors to validate the combination of Windows Server 2008 as a virtual machine guest running on third party server virtualization solutions. Under the program, vendors will self-test and validate certain technical requirements of their server virtualization software running Windows Server 2008 as a guest operating system.
Through the existing Novell-Microsoft technical collaboration agreement, Novell was an early participant to the Server Virtualization Validation Program and helped microsoft fine tune many of the parameters of the Server Virtualization Validation Program. This work included helping to define and validate the technical tests and using the joint Microsoft/Novell Interoperability Lab in Cambridge, Mass., as a test-bed resource.
As part of its extensive interoperability agreement with Microsoft, Novell holds a unique position as SUSE Linux Enterprise is currently the only Xen hypervisor on which microsoft will provide full support today for Windows Server 2008 and Windows Server 2003 running as a virtual guest. Microsoft’s Server Virtualization Validation Program is designed to provide customers with additional peace of mind.
“We continue to hear from customers that they want to run Windows Server 2008 as a virtualized guest on top of SUSE Linux Enterprise,” said Carlos Montero-Luque, vice president of product management for Linux and Open Platform Solutions at Novell. “Novell is excited to extend the on-going technical collaboration efforts between Novell and microsoft to the Server Virtualization Validation Program, which will give customers the performance, security and reliability that comes with running Windows Server 2008 as a virtual guest on SUSE Linux Enterprise.”
The Server Virtualization Validation Program defines a set of technical tests that third party virtualization solutions must pass to become validated by Microsoft. The program also enables vendors to validate various configurations so that mutual customers deploying Windows Server on those configurations can receive cooperative technical support in virtualized environments. Customers with validated solutions will benefit from the support provided by microsoft as a part of the regular Windows Server technical support framework.
“Novell played an important role in helping us architect and fine-tune this program,” said Zane Adam, senior director of virtualization strategy, Server and Tools Business, microsoft Corp. “This is just one more illustration of how Novell and microsoft are working together to develop interoperable virtualization solutions.”
About Novell
Novell, Inc. delivers the best engineered, most interoperable Linux* platform and a portfolio of integrated IT management software that helps customers around the world reduce cost, complexity and risk. With our infrastructure software and ecosystem of partnerships, Novell harmoniously integrates mixed IT environments, allowing people and technology to work as one. For more information, visit .
Novell is a registered trademark of Novell, Inc. in the United States and other countries. *Linux is a registered trademark of Linus Torvalds. All other third-party trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
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OEConnection Earns Elite Microsoft Certification for Third Consecutive Year

RICHFIELD, Ohio, June 10 /PRNewswire/ — OEConnection LLC, a recognized technology leader in the online buying, selling and analysis of original equipment parts, announced today its achievement of a Gold Certified Partner designation, Microsoft’s prestigious technology certification earned by only 2% of 120,000 microsoft technology partners worldwide. OEConnection was awarded Gold certification status for a third consecutive year by earning the highest level of competency and expertise in the areas of Advanced Infrastructure, Networking Infrastructure, Service Oriented Architecture and Business Process, and Data Management Solutions. These certifications validate OEConnection’s technology leadership within the automotive original equipment parts business where it has developed the industry’s most accurate virtual parts warehouse of over 40 million replacement parts, tires, and accessories.
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As a Gold Certified Partner, microsoft provides OEConnection with programs designed to advance technology in the areas of prescriptive, service-oriented architecture for rapid alignment of customer needs; connectivity and extension of customer offerings enabling solutions to cross network and business borders, regardless of platform or programming language; increased user productivity connecting workers to multiple back-end services for faster information access; and enhanced manageability and security across all applications and platforms.
“Microsoft has a vision to meet the needs of the coming data explosion and the next generation of data-driven applications,” said Kim Saunders, director of marketing for SQL Server at microsoft Corp. “Achieving Gold Partner Status demonstrates a commitment to developing innovative solutions to enhance the capabilities of our mutual customers.”
“As a leading provider of on-demand technology solutions in the OE replacement parts business, it is imperative that we work with the best to deliver the greatest value to our customers,” added Chuck Rotuno, OEConnection’s President & CEO. “We have chosen the microsoft platform for its rapid development and deployment functionality … the Gold Certified Partner designation validates our core technical competencies and provides us with a valued partner for future technology enhancements.”
OEConnection expects to continue expanding its Gold Certified Partner status with additional enterprise-wide competencies, and is well underway in the areas of Security and Custom Development solutions.
About OEConnection LLC
OEConnection provides Web-based technology for automakers, their affiliated dealers, and others in the automotive parts business. Serving over 15,000 dealership and collision repairer subscribers, OEConnection provides ecommerce parts exchange and analysis tools enabling users to better market, manage and move their original equipment parts inventories. Depended on for over 3.5 million parts decisions monthly, OEConnection’s solutions facilitate an estimated $8 billion in annual parts trade. The company is headquartered in the greater Cleveland area, at 4205 Highlander Parkway, Richfield, OH, 44286. For more information, call 1-888-776-5792 or visit .

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Addintools Releases Easier Office 2007 Upgrade with Classic Menus

HAINAN, China, July 16 /PRNewswire/ —

Addintools Technology LTD announces the release of Classic Menu for
Office 2007, an add-in for microsoft Office 2007 Suite to provide easier
upgrade experience and smoother learning and training curve to the users of
previous versions of microsoft Office. Classic Menu for Office 2007 replaces
the controversial Ribbon of the Office 2007 user interface with classic menus
and toolbars, offering upgrade users a familiar Office environment.

About Classic Menu for Office 2007

Classic Menu allows easier deployment of microsoft Office 2007 while
allowing users an upgrade experience when switching from previous versions of
Microsoft Office. Classic Menu eliminates expensive training and allows users
to feel immediately comfortable in the new Office by returning familiar
classic menus and toolbars to microsoft Office 2007 applications. Classic
Menu for Office 2007 supports all Office 2007 products and all languages and
localizations supported by the Office Suite.

The new controversial Ribbon feature of the microsoft Office 2007 GUI
leaves many loyal users of previous versions of the Office Suite frustrated,
as attempts to locate already accustomed features come back with trials and
errors. Users also need to go through an expensive and time-consuming
training in order to use the new product effectively. Offering an accustomed
user interface, ‘familiar’ does not mean ‘old’, as Classic Menu for Office
2007 supports all the new features added in microsoft Office 2007, allowing
users to access these new features in a convenient manner by using menus and
toolbars instead of the Ribbon.

Enterprise users enjoy the simplified and streamlined upgrade path
offered by Classic Menu for Office 2007. The product supports all
applications of the Office, including microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Access and Outlook 2007, and is localized into all languages supported by the
new Office, including English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Portuguese,
Japanese, Chinese, and all the rest. The product offers a benefit of a smooth
learning and training curve for all Office Suites, including Basic, Standard,
Home and Student, Small Business, Professional, Professional Plus, Enterprise
and Ultimate 2007 editions.

Evaluation version of Classic Menu for Office 2007 is available for free
download at http://www.addintools.com/english/menuoffice/default.htm .

For more information, please contact:

Addintools Technology LTD
Lin Jie
Tel: 86-898-6676-8619
Email: support@addintools.com
http://www.addintools.com

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ACS Awarded Multi-Year IT Outsourcing Contract Extension With City of Riverside, CA

DALLAS, July 17 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Affiliated computer Services, Inc. today announced a multi-year extended contract with the city of Riverside, California to provide information technology outsourcing to support the city’s computer operations and geographic information services. The total value of the extended IT contract is $50 million, if all option years are exercised.
“ACS has been a technology partner with the city of Riverside for over 10 years, working closely with us to use technology to provide excellent services,” said Steve Reneker, Riverside’s chief information officer. “Throughout our long-term partnership, we have been impressed with ACS’ strong capabilities in the IT services market and its commitment to high quality service.”
The base contract is for four years, with three two-year renewal options also available. Under the contract, ACS provides IT support for the city’s help desk, desktop, system and network operations and supports its applications and implementation.
“The city of Riverside has proven itself to be progressive and technologically savvy,” said Joe Doherty, executive vice president and group president of ACS’ Government Solutions Group. “The extended contract demonstrates the city’s confidence in ACS to deliver professional, superior technology services. As a result, the citizens of Riverside receive the best services at the best value.”
About ACS
ACS, a global FORTUNE 500 company with 63,000 people supporting client operations reaching more than 100 countries, provides business process outsourcing and information technology solutions to world-class commercial and government clients. The company’s Class A common stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol “ACS.” Learn more about ACS at .
The statements in this news release that do not directly relate to historical facts constitute “forward-looking statements” within the meaning of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are subject to numerous risks and uncertainties, many of which are outside the Company’s control. As such, no assurance can be given that the actual events and results will not be materially different than the anticipated results described in the forward-looking statements. Factors could cause actual results to differ materially from such forward-looking statements. For a description of these factors, see the Company’s prior filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission, including our most recent filing. ACS disclaims any intention or obligation to revise any forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future event, or otherwise.
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Seal Shield to Launch World’s First Dishwasher Safe, Antimicrobial Keyboard with Multi-Language Support for International Markets

JACKSONVILLE, Fla., July 16 /PRNewswire/ — Seal Shield LLC has begun shipping a new family of fully submersible, 108 key, International keyboards with SILVER SEAL Antimicrobial protection to help reduce the risk of worldwide cross contaminations, including Norovirus and the “superbug,” MRSA. According to the company, the SILVER SEAL(TM) International Keyboard is the world’s first 108 key, multi-language keyboard to be dishwasher safe and embedded with Silver Seal Antimicrobial protection. The SILVER SEAL International Keyboard is currently available in English, Spanish, French, German, Swiss, Chinese, Hebrew and Arabic. The new keyboard is a 108 key version of the company’s best selling, SILVER SEAL(TM) Medical Grade Keyboard (Patent Pending), which was introduced in the United States earlier this year.
Numerous independent studies have shown that computer keyboards are a primary cross contamination risk for hospitals worldwide. According to University of Arizona scientist, Dr. Charles Gerba, “the keyboard has some 10 million germs.” Dr. Gerba also states that “the keyboard has about 400 times more germs than the average toilet seat.” A recent study at the University of Washington found high levels of fecal coliform, the bacteria found in fecal matter, on keyboards at campus computer areas.
“The new Silver Seal International Keyboards are the best in class, infection control keyboards on the market. They look and feel like standard keyboards, but are unique in that they are ANTIMICROBIAL and DISHWASHER SAFE,” states Tom Mullaney, Seal Shield Vice President of International Development. “The Silver Seal International Keyboards provide world wide healthcare organizations with the same Silver Seal infection control technology currently used in hospitals across the United States.”
Unlike many antibacterial products, SILVER SEAL(TM) antimicrobial devices utilize all natural, pure silver ions which are embedded in the plastic to create a safe and effective, inorganic, antimicrobial solution. Silver is a natural antibacterial product and its properties have been incorporated into the SILVER SEAL(TM) International Keyboards using state of the art, nanotechnology. The combination of SILVER SEAL(TM) plastic and SEAL SHIELD(TM) washable technology results in the highest level of cross contamination protection available in an input device today.
SEAL SHIELD infection control solutions are distributed in the UK by The Keyboard Company, in Germany by Megabyte Systemhaus GmbH and in the USA by Dell, CDW, Corporate Express, Insight and other reseller partners.
For more information about SEAL SHIELD(TM) infection control products and SILVER SEAL(TM) antimicrobial solutions, please visit
About Seal Shield LLC
Seal Shield(TM) designs, develops and manufactures medical grade washable computer keyboards and mice for the International healthcare industry and consumer electronics markets. For further information and product specifications please visit
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N-able Technologies(R) and Intel Extend Integration Efforts to Support New Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 with vPro(TM) Technology for Mobile Computing

OTTAWA, July 15 /PRNewswire/ — Strengthening its technology collaboration with intel Corporation, N-able Technologies(R), the preferred supplier of remote monitoring and management software and specialized business support services for managed service providers (MSPs), today announced the immediate interoperability and future integration of its award-winning N-central(R) managed services software with the new Intel(R) Centrino(R) 2 with vPro(TM) technology. In addition, N-able and intel are pleased to announce more comprehensive integration of N-central and intel vPro technology for desktops.
According to Gavin Garbutt, president & CEO of N-able Technologies, the ongoing collaboration between the two companies combined with Intel’s recent introduction of Centrino 2 with vPro technology signals the longstanding impact managed services and mobility are having on the IT industry as a whole.
“Mobile computing is the future of IT, and Intel’s vPro technology embeds remote management at the core of the IT industry,” says Garbutt. “When intel vPro technology is combined with N-central, service providers gain the ability to remotely monitor and manage desktops and notebooks regardless of location, power state or how they are connected to the network. It’s this type of innovation and value proposition that MSPs and service providers will use to differentiate themselves and extend their services capabilities beyond the basics.”
Joe Ambrosole, owner of VISN, a successful MSP located in Staten Island, New York, agrees. He says “the efficiencies and value gained by using N-central and vPro together have really proved invaluable to us. Prior to working with N-able and Intel, if we encountered a situation where a computer was turned off or was inoperable for any reason, we couldn’t work on it remotely and would have to send out a technician. Now, we can manage our clients’ notebooks and desktops remotely, regardless of their power state - which not only saves us time and money, but it increases our customer service levels dramatically.”
“Intel’s Centrino 2 with vPro technology is setting a new standard of excellence for mobile computing by offering service providers with the next level of mobile security and manageability,” says Erik Reid, director of mobile platforms marketing at Intel. “The interoperability and integration between N-central and Intel’s Centrino 2 with vPro technology brings forward significant advancements in remote monitoring and management, and collaboratively make it easier and more cost-effective for our customers to service end users remotely.”
A new version of N-central that is integrated with intel Centrino 2 with vPro technology will be released in early Q4 2008. The two products are interoperable today and may be purchased separately.
For more information about N-able, visit or call 1-877-655-4689.
About N-able Technologies
N-able Technologies is the preferred global supplier of remote monitoring and management technology and specialized business support services for managed service providers. N-able’s proven platforms offer the right combination of technology, people and processes, which help IT service providers to deliver highly profitable managed services to small and medium-sized businesses. N-able maintains operations in North America, the U.K., Asia-Pacific and Australia.
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Serenic ranks number 20 in PROFIT 100 ranking of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies

EDMONTON, June 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ — Serenic Corporation (TSX-V:SER), (”Serenic” or the “Corporation”), a leading publisher of financial management and business operations software for nonprofits, international non-governmental organizations (NGOs), and the public sector, announced today that the company has been ranked number 20 in the 20th annual PROFIT 100 ranking of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by PROFIT Magazine.
“The PROFIT 100 are role models for anyone who wants to expand their business domestically or internationally,” said Ian Portsmouth, editor of PROFIT. “All entrepreneurs can take great lessons from the product development, human resources and marketing practices of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies.”
Ranking Canada’s Fastest-Growing Companies by five-year revenue growth, the PROFIT 100 profiles the country’s most successful growth companies. Published in the June issue of PROFIT and online at , the PROFIT 100 is Canada’s largest annual celebration of entrepreneurial achievement.
“We are thrilled to be listed among Canada’s leading growth companies,” said Serenic CEO and President Randy Keith. “Serenic extends its gratitude to our customers, partners and employees who have contributed to the company’s impressive results and are vital to our continuing growth.”
About PROFIT Magazine
PROFIT: Your Guide to Business Success, is Canada’s preeminent publication dedicated to the management issues and opportunities facing small and mid-sized businesses. For more than 25 years, Canadian entrepreneurs across a vast array of economic sectors have remained loyal to PROFIT because it’s a timely and reliable source of actionable information that helps them increase their revenues, boost their profitability and get the recognition they deserve for generating positive economic and social change. Published six times a year by Rogers Publishing Ltd., PROFIT is distributed almost exclusively to the chief executives of companies with 5 - 250 employees and annual revenue of $1 million to $25 million, reaching more than 300,000 readers across Canada. Visit PROFIT online at .
About Serenic Corporation
Serenic Corporation is a global provider of financial and business management software products that satisfy the unique and sophisticated functionality requirements of nonprofits, NGOs, and the public sector.
Built on microsoft Dynamics NAV, Serenic’s products deliver fully integrated solutions that can, in many organizations, eliminate the need for multiple third-party business applications.
A microsoft Gold-certified Industry Solutions Vendor, the Corporation’s products include the highly acclaimed Serenic Navigator(x), Serenic DonorVision, Serenic CommunityCare and Serenic MinistryView. In addition, the Corporation is the exclusive developer of the human resources and payroll products for microsoft Dynamics NAV users in North America.
Serenic was recently named the microsoft Dynamics 2007 Outstanding ISV of the Year and earned membership in the microsoft Dynamics Inner Circle and the microsoft Dynamics President’s Club, both prestigious achievements that acknowledge Serenic as a top performer within the microsoft partner community.
Serenic Corporation is a public company with offices in Edmonton, Alberta and Lakewood, Colorado. It trades under the symbol “SER” on the TSX Venture Exchange in Canada. Additional information about the Company is available at .
The TSX Venture Exchange has not reviewed and does not accept
responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this press release.

Company and product names mentioned herein may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their respective owners.
ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

By Randy Keith
President and CEO, Serenic Corporation
(303) 980-6007

Serenic Corporation

Microsoft Brings Rich User Experiences to Smart, Connected, Service-Oriented Enterprise Devices With Windows Embedded Standard 2009

ORLANDO, Florida, June 4 /PRNewswire/ —

- The next generation of Windows XP Embedded, Windows Embedded Standard
2009, enables devices to easily connect to Windows Vista-based PCs and take
advantage of new features in Windows Server 2008.

Today at the Tech*Ed North America 2008 Developers conference and through
a global webcast event, microsoft Corp announced the immediate availability
of the Windows Embedded Standard 2009 Community Technology Preview (CTP). In
addition, the company stated the product will be available to customers in
the fourth quarter of 2008. Windows Embedded Standard 2009 is designed for
OEMs wanting to quickly build devices that seamlessly connect into the
existing enterprise infrastructure. Featuring new technologies including
Microsoft Silverlight, Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) 6.1, and microsoft .NET
Framework 3.5, Windows Embedded Standard 2009 is designed to drive managed
and secure thin clients, sophisticated point of service and kiosk devices
requiring visually compelling user experiences, and smart networked
multifunction printers that are easy to manage and connect with enterprise
infrastructure. Windows Embedded Standard 2009 also includes componentised
drivers for Intel Corporation’s latest x86 processor architectures, providing
device makers with the flexibility to access the latest generation of
hardware.

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“Including Intel’s drivers, like those for the new Intel(R) Atom(TM)
Processor, in Windows Embedded Standard saves developers time otherwise
required to validate and incorporate them into their designs,” said Doug
Davis, vice president of the Digital Enterprise Group, and general manager of
Embedded and Communications Group at Intel. “This development approach can
save up to weeks in getting a product on the shelves.”
“The market has validated the strategy and vision that we set forward
less than a year ago,” said Kevin Dallas, general manager of the Windows
Embedded Business Unit at Microsoft. “With new features in Windows Embedded
Standard 2009 enabling OEMs to build embedded devices that combine seamlessly
into existing enterprise infrastructure, including the latest microsoft
desktop and server technologies, we are delivering the core foundation for
the next generation of smart, connected, service-oriented devices in the
enterprise.”
Driving Connected Experiences With New Technology Enhancements

Windows Embedded Standard 2009 is an important building block for smart,
connected, service-oriented devices, delivering new features, updates and
enhancements that focus on three main areas:

microsoft Silverlight. Support for Silverlight provides a
cross-browser, cross-platform plug-in for delivering the next
generation of media experiences and rich interactive applications
(RIAs) for the web that incorporate video, animation, interactivity
and stunning user interfaces.
— .NET Framework 3.5, Internet Explorer 7 and Windows Media Player 11.
Build sophisticated devices with visually compelling user experiences.
Windows Embedded Standard 2009 delivers features enabling the
next-generation media experiences, RIAs and stunning user interfaces
— helping device makers bring innovative devices to market faster
than ever, while offering unparalleled connected experiences.
— RDP 6.1 and Network Access Protection (NAP). Windows Embedded Standard
2009 provides the latest version of RDP and NAP, enabling devices to
seamlessly connect to Windows Vista-based PCs and take advantage of
new features in Windows Server 2008 including the latest security and
management technology.

Windows Embedded Standard 2009 Toolkit Replacement Programme

Any OEM that purchases a Windows XP Embedded Toolkit between June and
September 2008 will be eligible to request a Windows Embedded Standard
2009 replacement toolkit and will only be required to pay the cost of
shipping. Specific details on how to participate in this programme will be
communicated via http://www.microsoft.com/windowsembedded in late June.

Virtual Launch and CTP Download Details

Windows Embedded Standard 2009 CTP will be available for download in
English at http://connect.microsoft.com/windowsembedded.

Attend the Windows Embedded Standard 2009 Virtual Launch at
http://www.microsoft.com/windows/embedded/standardlaunch/default.mspx.

About Microsoft

Founded in 1975, microsoft (Nasdaq: MSFT) is the worldwide leader in
software, services and solutions that help people and businesses realise
their full potential.

About microsoft EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa)

microsoft has operated in EMEA since 1982. In the region Microsoft
employs more than 16,000 people in over 64 subsidiaries, delivering products
and services in more than 139 countries and territories.

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Get Started Developing in Silverlight with ComponentOne

PITTSBURGH, June 3 /PRNewswire/ — ComponentOne announces the Pre-release of ComponentOne Studio for Silverlight. Developers and designers alike can create compelling Web-based solutions with ComponentOne’s state-of-the-art controls for microsoft Silverlight that include unparalleled features and benefits. Sign up for the Studio for Silverlight Pre-release at . By registering for the ComponentOne Silverlight Pre-release program, you will receive the latest bits and be given access to view professionally designed demos, source code, and quick start guides.
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“Continuing a ComponentOne tradition since 1991 our components and technologies, including Studio for Silverlight, will simultaneously release with Microsoft’s release of Silverlight 2. With ComponentOne Studio for Silverlight, developers will have the tools they need to be able to create fully functional Silverlight applications from day one. No other component provider is able to make this claim to the development community,” stated Gustavo Eydelstyen, Managing Director of ComponentOne.
ComponentOne Studio for Silverlight is one of the first component suites in the industry to take advantage of the full potential of the microsoft Silverlight platform. ComponentOne’s Silverlight components allow designers to create the ultimate user experience and provides developers a familiar, full-featured set of properties and methods. The suite which supports Silverlight 2 includes basic UI controls such as buttons, containers, date/time, lists, sliders, and text as well as powerful grid and chart controls. Each control uses XAML technology and the powerful graphics and design features found in microsoft Expression Studio to complement the designer and developer workflows.
“ComponentOne’s Silverlight-based technology, initially featured at our ReMIX07 keynote address in Boston, demonstrates ComponentOne’s ongoing commitment to the RIA developer community,” said Brian Goldfarb, Group Product Manager at microsoft Corp.
ComponentOne is a sponsor and exhibitor at microsoft TechEd June 3 - June 6, 2008 at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. ComponentOne is located at booth #1408 and is showcasing ComponentOne Studio Enterprise, ComponentOne Studio for Silverlight, ComponentOne Studio for WinForms, ComponentOne Studio for ASP.NET, and ComponentOne Studio for WPF. You are encouraged to contact ComponentOne at 1.800.858.2739, 412.681.4343, or to learn about session times and the Grand Prize drawing.
About ComponentOne
ComponentOne has continued leadership in the microsoft Visual Studio component. ComponentOne’s flagship product, ComponentOne Studio Enterprise is the industry’s broadest and most complete suite of development components for developing all layers of Windows, Web, WPF, and Mobile applications. With the most powerful components designed for the .NET framework, Studio Enterprise delivers the tools developers need to produce next-generation UIs for Windows and the Web. Studio Enterprise allows developers to create rich user experiences with ASP.NET AJAX-enabled Web interfaces, enterprise-level .NET Windows Forms applications, as well as newly emerging WPF and Silverlight technologies with less code and in less time. ComponentOne is also the provider of Doc-To-Help, DemoWorks, and FrontLine. ComponentOne is a privately held company headquartered in Pittsburgh, PA. For more information on ComponentOne or its products, visit . All product and company names herein may be trademarks of their respective owners.
For additional information or to schedule an interview, please contact Communications Manager, Eve Turzillo at 412.681.4343 or e-mail .

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